John and Sally Levy Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John and Sally Levy Family Foundation is a private foundation in St Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $173,286 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $49,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$173,286
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$49,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was down from $180,000 the year before.
27% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $150,000 | 8 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $180,000 | 14 | $3.6 million |
| 2025 | $173,286 | 15 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
John and Sally Levy Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What John and Sally Levy Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 5 | $92,786 |
| Minnesota | 4 | $52,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $17,000 |
| New York | 1 | $3,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation | General funding for the charitable organization | $49,000 |
| Augsburg University | General funding for the charitable organization | $30,000 |
| National Council of Jewish Women | General funding for the charitable organization | $15,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | General funding for the charitable organization | $15,000 |
| Minnesota Opera | General funding for the charitable organization | $15,000 |
| Opera Theatre St Louis | General funding for the charitable organization | $12,786 |
| Shakespeare Festival | General funding for the charitable organization | $10,000 |
| Congregation Temple Israel | General funding for the charitable organization | $6,000 |
| Second Harvest Heartland | General funding for the charitable organization | $5,000 |
| ACLU | General funding for the charitable organization | $3,500 |
| Elca World Hunger | General funding for the charitable organization | $3,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General funding for the charitable organization | $3,000 |
| Connecticut College | General funding for the charitable organization | $2,000 |
| St Olaf College | General funding for the charitable organization | $2,000 |
| Opera Philadelphia | General funding for the charitable organization | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John David Levy Jr
- Mont S Levy
- Diane Levy Jacobson
Questions people ask
Does John and Sally Levy Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Sally Levy Family Foundation give?
$173,286 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs John and Sally Levy Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John David Levy Jr (Trustee), Mont S Levy (Trustee) and Diane Levy Jacobson (Trustee).
What does John and Sally Levy Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.